Tokay Gecko Het Calico (Gekko gecko) Care Sheet

Quick Facts

Attribute	Details
Common Name	Tokay Gecko Het Calico
Scientific Name	Gekko gecko
Origin	Southeast Asia
Adult Size	30–40 cm total length
Lifespan	10–15 years in captivity
Activity	Nocturnal, arboreal predator

Behavior

• Large, strong, and territorial gecko; can be aggressive if stressed.

• Nocturnal hunter; active at night, resting during the day.

• Vocal; known for loud “tokay” calls.

• Can bite firmly when threatened; handle with care.

Enclosure Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 100 liters (tall and spacious for climbing)

• Substrate: Coconut fiber, orchid bark, or paper towels

• Decor: Branches, cork bark, rocks, and plants for climbing and hiding

• Humidity: 70–80%

• Temperature:

  • Day: 28–30°C

  • Night: 24–26°C

  • Basking spot optional: 32°C

• Lighting: Indirect light; UVB optional but beneficial

• Ventilation: Good airflow to prevent mold

Compatibility

• Best housed singly; highly territorial and aggressive toward conspecifics.

• Avoid housing with other geckos or reptiles.

Diet

• Carnivorous; feeds on live insects:

  • Crickets

  • Roaches

  • Mealworms / superworms

  • Occasional small pinky mice for adults

• Dust prey with calcium and vitamin supplements 1–2× per week

• Provide shallow water dish for drinking

Care Tips

• Avoid excessive handling; can bite strongly.

• Maintain consistent humidity for skin health and shedding.

• Provide vertical climbing structures and hides.

• Spot-clean regularly; remove waste and uneaten prey.

• Monitor for signs of stress or disease.

Breeding

• Oviparous; females lay 2 eggs per clutch multiple times per year.

• Incubation: 60–90 days depending on temperature and humidity.

• Hatchlings are independent and require appropriately sized prey.

Visual Quick Guide

• 🏠 Enclosure: ≥100 L, vertical climbing surfaces, hides

• 🌡️ Temp: Day 28–30°C / Night 24–26°C / Basking 32°C

• 💧 Humidity: 70–80%

• 🍴 Diet: Carnivorous (live insects, occasional small rodents)

• 🕒 Activity: Nocturnal, arboreal

• ⚠️ Stress: Avoid handling; provide climbing surfaces and hides

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